Badminton Grip Size Chart

Within many common badminton product ranges, G4 is the larger bare handle and G5 is smaller. The finished difference also depends on the factory grip and any overgrip. Check the exact manufacturer's listing because codes are not guaranteed to match across brands or markets.

G6 is usually the smaller base in product ranges that offer both. It gives more room for build-up with overgrips, while G5 begins fuller. Choose G6 only if you prefer a slim handle or are comfortable adding layers deliberately.

G5 is often a practical beginner starting point because it is commonly available and can usually be enlarged with an overgrip. A beginner with very small hands may prefer G6, while a player who already knows they want a fuller handle may prefer G4.

No. Large hands do not automatically require the largest handle. Finger movement, grip changes, wrapping thickness and personal technique matter. Compare G5 with one overgrip before committing to G4 if both are available.

There is no single increase because overgrips vary in thickness and cushioning, and overlap changes the result. One tightly wrapped thin overgrip produces a smaller change than a cushioned product with heavy overlap.

You can build a G6 handle toward a fuller feel with one or more grip layers, but the result may not be identical to a factory G5. Extra material changes bevel definition, cushioning and handle weight as well as circumference.

Only to a limited extent by removing a thick factory or replacement grip and using a thinner wrap. The wooden handle remains the same size, so a G4 is less adjustable downward than a G5 or G6 is upward.

Both commonly use G labels, but do not assume identical finished dimensions. Product availability, factory-grip thickness and regional specifications can differ. Compare official listings for the exact rackets and, if possible, hold both finished handles.

Li-Ning labeling and availability can vary by product and market. Do not convert a Li-Ning code from memory or a third-party chart. Use the official specification for the exact model and compare the finished handle in hand.

Not in an official labeling sense. A thicker replacement grip can make a G5 feel closer to a larger finished handle, but the racket remains a G5 model. Describe both the base code and grip build when recording your setup.

Many doubles players like a smaller or medium finished grip because it supports rapid finger changes, but it still must remain secure during drives and defense. G5 is a common starting point; G6 offers more customization for players who prefer a slim build.

Singles does not require one code. A medium, comfortable finished handle is a sensible reference because it must remain secure through full-court rallies. Start with G5 when uncertain, then adjust the wrap rather than choosing by event alone.

An unsuitable thickness or constant squeezing can contribute to fatigue and discomfort, but pain has multiple possible causes. Stop aggravating play, review technique and equipment, and seek qualified medical advice if symptoms persist or are severe.

Recheck whenever the overgrip becomes smooth, compressed, loose or sweat-saturated, and whenever you change racket or grip product. A worn grip can feel thinner and less secure even though the wooden handle has not changed.

The factory grip, handle bevels, butt cap, regional version and prior wrapping can differ. Even within one brand, the finished surface is part of what your hand feels. Record the complete grip build instead of the G code alone.